2007 Audi A4 vs. 1984 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 3,123 cc, 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 505. (107 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 398 kg more than 1984 Peugeot 505. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1984 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | A4 | 505 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 1971 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2910 mm |
